Albuquerque Journal

State senator Steve Lanier launches bid for governor as ‘common-sense’ candidate

First-term state Sen. Steve Lanier of Aztec has entered New Mexico's race for governor, saying he would bring a common-sense ...

Second Republican seeks nomination for governor in New Mexico

Republican state Sen. Steve Lanier of Aztec has launched his campaign for governor of New Mexico, bringing competition to the GOP nomination contest.
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NM cannabis exec asks NM Supreme Court to overturn Gov’s recent line-item vetoes

Duke Rodriguez in an undated photo. The potential Republican gubernatorial candidate and cannabis executive filed a lawsuit Oct. 16, 2025 urging the New Mexico Supreme Court to revoke line-item vetoes ...

New Mexico governor calls second special session to extend food benefits

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced she is calling lawmakers back to Santa Fe for a special session to extend state funded food benefits.
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SOS Toulouse Oliver announces run for NM lieutenant governor

Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver announced on Oct. 23, 2026 she will run in the 2026 Democratic primary for lieutenant governor (file photo/Source NM) Following months of speculation, New ...